What will Howie Roseman, Eagles do with a $30 million salary-cap increase?
1 year ago

What will Howie Roseman, Eagles do with a $30 million salary-cap increase?

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Howie Roseman, like every general manager, celebrated what might as well have been called the “Salary Cap Sweepstakes.” On the Friday before the Philadelphia Eagles left for the NFL Scouting Combine, the league announced it was fully repaying teams the money it borrowed during the coronavirus pandemic. Roseman said Tuesday that the Eagles “never want to see them wearing different colors,” and “if they want the opportunity to come back, we’d want to have the opportunity to bring them back.” GO DEEPER Imagining the Eagles' future with and without Jason Kelce But if Kelce and Cox choose to retire, Philadelphia must account for an accelerated dead money hit totaling $12.9 million, according to Over The Cap. But instead of making the safety position even more of an immediate need, Roseman could keep Byard on the roster by 1) keeping his contract as is, or 2) spreading out Byard’s 2024 cap hit in a potential restructure that would convert part of the safety’s $9.6 million base salary into guaranteed money across the three voidable seasons that already exist in his deal. Roseman did call Smith “an incredible person, incredible player” on Tuesday, then added, “Without getting into specifics, those are guys you don’t really want to leave.” GO DEEPER NFL free-agency rankings 2024: Top 10 players at each position But Dickerson, a 2021 second-round pick, has a contract that expires after the 2024 season.

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Saquon Barkley set to be highest-paid running back in NFL history after new extension with Philadelphia Eagles, per reports
3 weeks ago

Saquon Barkley set to be highest-paid running back in NFL history after new extension with Philadelphia Eagles, per reports

CNN  

CNN — The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly made Saquon Barkley the NFL’s highest-paid running back in history, according to multiple media outlets. Barkley, who helped guide the Eagles to Super Bowl glory last month, has agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $41.2 million which makes him the first $20M-plus per year running back in NFL history, according to ESPN’s …

Saquon Barkley's Eagles contract makes history: Who are highest paid RBs in NFL? - Full list
3 weeks ago

Saquon Barkley's Eagles contract makes history: Who are highest paid RBs in NFL? - Full list

Hindustan Times  

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed running back Saquon Barkley to a two-year extension worth $41.2 million, with $36 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported, citing sources. Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas …

NFL announces record salary cap of $279.2 million for 2025 season
3 weeks, 6 days ago

NFL announces record salary cap of $279.2 million for 2025 season

New York Times  

The NFL announced Thursday that the official salary cap has been set for the 2025 season as teams gear up for the start of the new league year on March 12. The 2025 cap has been set at a record $279.2 million per club, NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy shared on social media, marking a $23.8 million increase from the 2024 …

Howie Roseman says the Eagles’ roster will change as team begins quest for repeat title
1 month ago

Howie Roseman says the Eagles’ roster will change as team begins quest for repeat title

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Howie Roseman’s forehead has healed from the beer can that left him bloodied at the Philadelphia Eagles’ victory parade, and the general manager is working on getting the team in position to repeat. Less than two weeks after the Eagles and their fans celebrated the franchise’s second Super Bowl title, Roseman and coach Nick Sirianni joined their peers …

NFL projects salary cap between $277.5M and $281.5M in 2025, rising by as much as $26M
1 month ago

NFL projects salary cap between $277.5M and $281.5M in 2025, rising by as much as $26M

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The NFL salary cap will be between $277.5 million and $281.5 million for the 2025 season, rising as much as $26 million from last year. It also means more money for Minnesota to re-sign quarterback Sam Darnold or Kansas City to bring back guard Trey Smith or Super Bowl champion Philadelphia to keep linebacker Zack Baun. It …

Micah Parsons isn’t thinking holdout before big payday for Cowboys’ star pass rusher
3 months ago

Micah Parsons isn’t thinking holdout before big payday for Cowboys’ star pass rusher

Associated Press  

Micah Parsons says he doesn’t need to be the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL, and the star edge rusher of the Dallas Cowboys isn’t expecting a contract that averages $40 million per season. “I think I’m the best player in the world,” said Parsons, who has 49 sacks. I’ll see what they’re willing to give me.” Parsons has 7 …

What the Browns are facing going forward from a salary cap and roster perspective
3 months, 3 weeks ago

What the Browns are facing going forward from a salary cap and roster perspective

New York Times  

Despite scoring home wins over the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers, the 3-8 Cleveland Browns have obviously had a disappointing season. Watson’s fully guaranteed contract says the Browns are tied to him in any case, though the team will need options at the game’s most important position even if Watson gets healthy. Besides Watson’s, the two biggest 2025 cap numbers …

49ers mailbag: Why not Josh Dobbs? What changes are looming this offseason?
4 months ago

49ers mailbag: Why not Josh Dobbs? What changes are looming this offseason?

New York Times  

The questions are becoming deeper, more philosophical and they’re looking ahead to next season. — Tsundoku S. According to Over the Cap, if he’s traded or released before June 1, the 49ers would incur a $31.5 million dead cap hit, which is about $15.6 million more than his slated 2025 cap hit of nearly $16 million. GO DEEPER 49ers, Deommodore …

NBA free agency starts … right now? A few deals we could see sooner rather than later
9 months, 1 week ago

NBA free agency starts … right now? A few deals we could see sooner rather than later

New York Times  

Are you ready for the NBA offseason? Here are five I’d expect to happen sooner rather than later: Tyrese Maxey, 76ers After making the All-Star team at age 23, Maxey is surely getting a max contract from the Sixers, a five-year deal worth a projected $205 million. DeRozan can technically agree to an extension before June 30 rather than a …

Wide receivers’ salaries are expected to keep pace with rising NFL salary cap: Analysis
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Wide receivers’ salaries are expected to keep pace with rising NFL salary cap: Analysis

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL. “Jefferson’s deal is on par with the expectation level,” said Organ, who negotiated a three-year, $19.5 million deal for Patriots wideout Kendrick Bourne early in free agency. So if you feel like you deserve something, go get it.” Hill’s teammate, Jaylen Waddle, recently signed a three-year contract extension worth $84.75 million, …

Eagles, A.J. Brown agree to 3-year, $96 million extension: Source
11 months ago

Eagles, A.J. Brown agree to 3-year, $96 million extension: Source

New York Times  

On what began as a dead day in the sports news cycle in late February, A.J. The Eagles wide receiver spent nearly half an hour confronting the two co-hosts, who’d discussed rumors about Brown’s relationship with the organization. Philadelphia signed Brown to a three-year, $96 million extension with $84 million guaranteed, a league source said. Nick Sirianni has often said …

Standout pass rusher Josh Allen and the Jaguars agree to a 5-year, $150M contract, AP source says
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Standout pass rusher Josh Allen and the Jaguars agree to a 5-year, $150M contract, AP source says

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Josh Allen had similar goals when he started his college and pro careers. He will only count $11 million against the team’s salary cap this season, freeing up $13 million that general manager Trent Baalke could use to sign quarterback Trevor Lawrence to a long-term deal. Allen set a single-season franchise record with 17½ sacks in the …

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F
1 year ago

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. BALTIMORE RAVENS: B Added four-time Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry and re-signed defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, wide receiver Nelson Agholor and linebacker Malik Harrison. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS: B Signed Morse, Davis, wide receiver Devin Duvernay, cornerback Ronald Darby and defensive tackle Arik Armstead. MIAMI DOLPHINS: B Signed …

Chargers free agency reset, Day 3: What’s next after getting under the salary cap?
1 year ago

Chargers free agency reset, Day 3: What’s next after getting under the salary cap?

New York Times  

Welcome to our Thursday edition of the Los Angeles Chargers free agency reset. GO DEEPER Chargers restructure Khalil Mack’s deal, release Mike Williams The Williams release made the Chargers cap complaint by the deadline. The moves the Chargers did not make One Chargers in-house free agent signed elsewhere Wednesday: linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga. A former undrafted free agent in 2021, Ogbongbemiga …

Popper: Salary-cap moves prove this is not a full teardown for Chargers, Jim Harbaugh
1 year ago

Popper: Salary-cap moves prove this is not a full teardown for Chargers, Jim Harbaugh

New York Times  

Over the past six weeks, amid the excitement of a new beginning, one question has hovered over the Los Angeles Chargers: What timeline does Jim Harbaugh want to be on as he enters his debut season as head coach? GO DEEPER Chargers restructure Khalil Mack’s deal, release Mike Williams Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz faced a salary-cap crunch after …

Kirk Cousins chooses Atlanta, Saquon Barkley goes to Philly on a busy first day of NFL free agency
1 year ago

Kirk Cousins chooses Atlanta, Saquon Barkley goes to Philly on a busy first day of NFL free agency

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins is heading to the Falcons. Barkley bolted New York for NFC East rival Philadelphia, agreeing on a three-year, $37.75 million deal with $26 million guaranteed, a person familiar with the contract told the AP. FILE - New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley runs for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half of an NFL …

Eagles reach free-agent deals with Saquon Barkley and Bryce Huff, AP source says
1 year ago

Eagles reach free-agent deals with Saquon Barkley and Bryce Huff, AP source says

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles decided Saquon Barkley was the rare running back they were willing to make a financial splash on — a move made even more rewarding by prying him away from the NFC East rival Giants. The Eagles agreed to contracts with Barkley — long the face of the New York Giants — and former New York …

Flurry of veteran salary dumps floods NFL free agency with a surplus of safeties
1 year ago

Flurry of veteran salary dumps floods NFL free agency with a surplus of safeties

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Justin Simmons’ release isn’t just collateral damage from the Russell Wilson debacle in Denver, but the latest sign of a shifting of priorities in the NFL that’s resulted in a surplus of safeties flooding the free agent market. Simmons immediately shot toward the top of available free agents, but his age, the glut of talent at his …

Bills releasing Jordan Poyer and Mitch Morse. Tre’Davious White also will be cut, AP source says
1 year ago

Bills releasing Jordan Poyer and Mitch Morse. Tre’Davious White also will be cut, AP source says

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills underwent a drastic makeover on Wednesday, with salary cap constraints forcing the four-time AFC East defending champions to cut into their core by releasing five players, including safety Jordan Poyer and center Mitch Morse. The Bills saved another $8.6 million in cap space by restructuring edge rusher Von Miller’s contract, a second person …

Jets releasing tight end C.J. Uzomah, AP source says. Move will save New York $5.3 million
1 year ago

Jets releasing tight end C.J. Uzomah, AP source says. Move will save New York $5.3 million

Associated Press  

The New York Jets plan to release veteran tight end C.J. The move, which was expected, will save the Jets about $5.3 million on their salary cap heading into the start of the NFL’s free agency period next week. Uzomah signed a three-year, $24 million contract with the Jets in 2022 and finished with just 29 catches for 290 yards …

Chargers start to adjust for salary cap by releasing captain Eric Kendricks
1 year ago

Chargers start to adjust for salary cap by releasing captain Eric Kendricks

LA Times  

The Chargers continued moving toward salary cap compliance Tuesday by releasing veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks. Kendricks, who turned 32 less than a week ago, was a team captain last season, during which he started 14 games and finished second among the Chargers with 117 tackles. Kendricks, a former UCLA standout who spent his first eight seasons with Minnesota, was due …

With loads of money and draft picks, Rams GM Les Snead says: ‘We like to attack’
1 year ago

With loads of money and draft picks, Rams GM Les Snead says: ‘We like to attack’

LA Times  

Rams general manager Les Snead did not make the trip to Indianapolis for the NFL Combine this year. “Definitely hoping Aaron is,” Snead said during a video conference with reporters, adding, “I know Aaron’s definitely approaching the offseason where he’s doing his normal getting away, somewhat trying to get revitalized, with the goal of playing good football.” Donald and quarterback …

NFL makes record increase to salary cap, setting it at $255.4 million for 2024
1 year, 1 month ago

NFL makes record increase to salary cap, setting it at $255.4 million for 2024

New York Times  

The NFL’s salary cap for the 2024 season will be a record $255.4 million per team, the league said Friday, taking a massive $30.6 million leap from the 2023 number. The new $255.4 million cap for 2024 is 13.6 percent larger than the 2023 cap of $224.8 million. The cap-tracking website Over The Cap initially projected a salary cap of …

Rams release veteran center Brian Allen as roster overhaul begins
1 year, 1 month ago

Rams release veteran center Brian Allen as roster overhaul begins

LA Times  

The Rams began their roster overhaul on Wednesday by releasing veteran center Brian Allen. Allen, 28, signed an extension after the 2021 season and was due to carry a salary-cap number of about $8 million for the 2024 season, according to overthecap.com. Allen’s release, which saves the Rams about $4.9 million against the cap, is the first move for a …

Chargers 2024 Offseason Handbook: Cap space, roster needs, free agency and more
1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers 2024 Offseason Handbook: Cap space, roster needs, free agency and more

New York Times  

Welcome to the 2024 Offseason Handbook. The top 51 salaries count against the cap during the offseason, so we also need to add salaries for the two players the Chargers will have to add to the roster to reach that minimum. GO DEEPER Joey Bosa, Khalil Mack, Keenan Allen: How Chargers should navigate their 2024 cap Draft picks The Chargers …

Chargers’ Corey Linsley likely retiring, Keenan Allen’s future, Justin Herbert update and more
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers’ Corey Linsley likely retiring, Keenan Allen’s future, Justin Herbert update and more

New York Times  

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Los Angeles Chargers players cleaned out their lockers Monday morning at the team facility and departed, officially, into an offseason teeming with unknowns. “That didn’t help the cause.” Linsley said his next decision will come six months from the diagnosis. Still, he had this to say about his future with the organization: “I don’t want to …

Chargers mailbag: How attractive is the head coach opening? Who are the building blocks?
1 year, 2 months ago

Chargers mailbag: How attractive is the head coach opening? Who are the building blocks?

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Chargers wrap up their season Sunday when they host the Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium. — @Gengler38 The first task for the Chargers’ new regime — general manager and head coach — will be navigating what is a messy salary cap situation. The Chargers restructured the contracts of edge rushers Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack and …

Nick Chubb's injury underscores running backs' pleas for bigger contracts and teams' fears
1 year, 6 months ago

Nick Chubb's injury underscores running backs' pleas for bigger contracts and teams' fears

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Nick Chubb’s injury underscores why …

How Trey Lance, Nick Bosa impact 49ers’ focus on salary-cap sustainability
1 year, 6 months ago

How Trey Lance, Nick Bosa impact 49ers’ focus on salary-cap sustainability

New York Times  

Roster sustainability within the context of the salary cap. “We had six-year contracts, and that gave us a little leeway to do what we thought was right as opposed to a short, quick fix,” Lynch said of constructing the 49ers’ roster alongside Shanahan. Shanahan abandoned package-play plans for the rookie shortly after that injury, which scuttled the first phase of …

Eagles make Jalen Hurts highest-paid player in NFL history with 5-year, $255 million contract: Source
1 year, 11 months ago

Eagles make Jalen Hurts highest-paid player in NFL history with 5-year, $255 million contract: Source

New York Times  

The Eagles and Jalen Hurts have agreed to a five-year deal worth $255 million, a league source confirmed to The Athletic, making the quarterback the highest-paid player in NFL history. Following the season, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman said Philadelphia “definitely would like to keep Jalen Hurts here long term.” Roseman also said that the team’s experience with Carson Wentz’s …

Jalen Hurts agrees to five-year, $255-million extension with Eagles
1 year, 11 months ago

Jalen Hurts agrees to five-year, $255-million extension with Eagles

LA Times  

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is set to sign one of the richest deals in NFL history, agreeing to a five-year, $255-million extension, including $179.3 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the situation told the Associated Press. Jalen Hurts is set to sign one of the richest deals in NFL history, agreeing to a five-year, $255 million extension with …

The 49ers’ salary-cap health and what’s next in their roster construction
2 years ago

The 49ers’ salary-cap health and what’s next in their roster construction

New York Times  

Much happened on the 49ers’ front over the primary wave of free agency. The 49ers’ 11-player draft class is slotted to cost $9.3 million against the 2023 cap, but that’s the overall price tag — and it’s not as relevant when it comes to offseason building. The displacement effect of the top-51 rule means the 49ers’ 11-player draft is projected …

Buffalo Bills roster reset: 7 takeaways through first wave of NFL free agency
2 years ago

Buffalo Bills roster reset: 7 takeaways through first wave of NFL free agency

New York Times  

Compared to what NFL free agency was like for the Buffalo Bills a year ago, the first few days of the 2023 offseason were relatively quiet. At one point, Poyer said, “This is where I’m going to finish my career, and I’m excited about that.” GO DEEPER Jordan Poyer's return keeps Bills' safety duo, defensive identity intact Though Beane deserves …

Rams mailbag: Cap space, ‘remodel’ identity, injury updates, NFL draft and more
2 years ago

Rams mailbag: Cap space, ‘remodel’ identity, injury updates, NFL draft and more

New York Times  

Rams fans, you asked me some really great questions this week. — Dhanseth Fans don’t like hearing it, but at most the likely changes coming to the Rams’ offensive line include potentially picking up cheap veteran players and/or addressing the line in the draft. The Rams could still look to add a cheap veteran “downhill” running back via free agency, …

AP sources: Eagles keep James Bradberry, add Rashaad Penny
2 years ago

AP sources: Eagles keep James Bradberry, add Rashaad Penny

Associated Press  

James Bradberry is returning to the Philadelphia Eagles. Earlier Tuesday, the Eagles and running back Rashaad Penny agreed on a contract, a person familiar with the deal told the AP. He helped the Eagles reach the Super Bowl but his holding penalty on Kansas City’s JuJu Smith-Schuster late in the fourth quarter set up the go-ahead field goal in Philadelphia’s …

Bills restructure contracts of Josh Allen, Von Miller to free up almost $32 million in cap space: Source
2 years ago

Bills restructure contracts of Josh Allen, Von Miller to free up almost $32 million in cap space: Source

New York Times  

The Buffalo Bills have restructured the contracts of quarterback Josh Allen and outside linebacker Von Miller, a league source confirmed to The Athletic. Here’s what you need to know: By restructuring, the Bills have saved just under $32 million in cap space, per a league source. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Evaluating the Bills’ salary cap situation The Bills were operating …

NFC champion Eagles face key losses in free agency
2 years ago

NFC champion Eagles face key losses in free agency

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: CB James Bradberry, DT Fletcher Cox, T Andre Dillard, LB T.J. Edwards, S Marcus Epps, S C.J. Gardner-Johnson, DT Javon Hargrave, DT Linval Joseph, C Jason Kelce, P Brett Kern, QB Gardner Minshew, WR Zach Pascal, DE Robert Quinn, RB Miles Sanders, RB Boston Scott, G Isaac Seumalo, DT Ndamukong Suh, LB Kyzir White. NEEDS: …

Potential NFL salary cap cuts per team for 2023 season: Joe Mixon, Matt Ryan and more
2 years, 1 month ago

Potential NFL salary cap cuts per team for 2023 season: Joe Mixon, Matt Ryan and more

New York Times  

As NFL teams prepare for free agency to begin March 15, they’ll spend the coming weeks trimming bad contracts and creating more financial flexibility. — Joe Buscaglia Potential cap cut: LB Shaq Thompson 2023 cap hit: $24.5 million Cap savings if cut before June 1: $13.2 million Dead money if cut before June 1: $11.3 million Thompson is the last …

Eagles face an offseason of new coaches, free-agent moves
2 years, 1 month ago

Eagles face an offseason of new coaches, free-agent moves

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles’ makeover is already underway. “It’s tough, it’s tough right now.” The first order of business for general manager Howie Roseman and coach Nick Sirianni will be replacing Steichen and Gannon. The obvious move would be to elevate quarterback coach Brian Johnson to offensive coordinator with Sirianni perhaps taking back the play-calling duties that he handed …

Colts hire Eagles OC Shane Steichen as their head coach
2 years, 1 month ago

Colts hire Eagles OC Shane Steichen as their head coach

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Shane Steichen accepted his dream job on Tuesday. “We felt Shane had a lot of that offensive magic that can be hard to find, knowing we’re going to have a young quarterback to develop,” Irsay said. Steichen becomes the Colts’ fourth coach since 2017 and they’re likely to be starting yet another different quarterback on opening day, extending …

Seahawks salary cap: Potential roster cuts (Shelby Harris?), other ways to add space
2 years, 1 month ago

Seahawks salary cap: Potential roster cuts (Shelby Harris?), other ways to add space

New York Times  

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, general manager John Schneider and salary-cap manager Matt Thomas have the necessary resources to upgrade the roster this offseason. But keep in mind that if signed to a multiyear deal, the quarterback’s first-year cap hit could be set at a team-friendly number, one that would increase significantly in the remaining years of the contract. After Haynes …

Eagles roster construction: 5 thoughts and lessons on Howie Roseman’s approach
2 years, 2 months ago

Eagles roster construction: 5 thoughts and lessons on Howie Roseman’s approach

New York Times  

The Philadelphia Eagles went 14-3 and have eight Pro Bowlers and nine alternates, so it’s not a stretch to suggest they have one of the best rosters in the NFL. The general overview of Howie Roseman’s recent roster construction is well established: The Eagles invest heavily on the lines of scrimmage, they’ve built draft inventory, they’ve had a targeted approach …

Eagles bolster pass rush, acquire Robert Quinn from Bears: Grading the trade
2 years, 5 months ago

Eagles bolster pass rush, acquire Robert Quinn from Bears: Grading the trade

New York Times  

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman kept his trade deadline streak alive Wednesday with the acquisition of Chicago Bears pass rusher Robert Quinn in exchange for a 2023 fourth-round pick. Obviously, Philadelphia’s personnel department believes those numbers are misleading and Quinn will be unlocked with the Eagles, where he’s less likely to be the focal point of opposing offensive game …

Eagles trade for WR A.J. Brown, reportedly sign him to $100 million contract
2 years, 10 months ago

Eagles trade for WR A.J. Brown, reportedly sign him to $100 million contract

New York Times  

NFL Draft 2022 tracker: Live blog and pick-by-pick analysis The Eagles acquired wide receiver A.J. It came at a steep price — the team signed Brown to a four-year, $100 million contract extension with $57 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network. But he’s one of the NFL’s top young receivers and upgrades an offense after the Eagles failed to land …

Eagles mailbag: Price for Russell Wilson, free-agency plans, top draft options and more
3 years, 1 month ago

Eagles mailbag: Price for Russell Wilson, free-agency plans, top draft options and more

New York Times  

The combine begins next week, free agency is three weeks away and the draft is in two months. I’d offer two first-round picks and a conditional pick next year — a third-rounder that becomes a second-rounder if he hits a certain playing time threshold. But the idea of two first-round picks and a pick next year means the Eagles would …

What you need to know about NFL free agency and the reduced salary cap
4 years ago

What you need to know about NFL free agency and the reduced salary cap

LA Times  

The NFL’s 2021 business year begins Wednesday, and the marketplace will be filled with high-profile free agents as teams have to shed costs in the wake of a bizarre season of fake crowd noise and cardboard fans. Although that’s still gobs of money to cover player salaries — more than was allotted three years ago — it’s a significant step …

Ranking NFL free agency spending power, 1-32: Jaguars and Jets have cash, Saints (surprise!) and Rams are broke
4 years ago

Ranking NFL free agency spending power, 1-32: Jaguars and Jets have cash, Saints (surprise!) and Rams are broke

New York Times  

To plant flowers, one must dig up dirt. New England Patriots — $57.5 million Whether or not they bring back Cam Newton, Bill Belichick would be the first to admit that he didn’t give the quarterback much help last season. Houston Texans — $33.5 million On Thursday, Houston restructured wide receiver Brandin Cooks’ contract to create $6.5 million in salary-cap …

NFL sets salary cap at $182.5 million, down 8% from 2020
4 years ago

NFL sets salary cap at $182.5 million, down 8% from 2020

Associated Press  

Like Lamar Jackson under pressure from the pass rush, let the scrambling begin. “My stepson asked me this morning, ‘Hey, is that extra $2.5 million going to help you?’” Rams general manager Les Snead said. At least now we know it’s 26.2.” It might seem like 182.5 million miles for the Rams: They currently are $41 million beyond the cap. …

Build your own 2021 49ers: Can you assemble a sustainable 53-man roster?
4 years ago

Build your own 2021 49ers: Can you assemble a sustainable 53-man roster?

New York Times  

Remember when you told everyone in the office that you could do a better job running the 49ers than Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch? As outlined here, they can reduce Ford’s $20.1 million cap hit by about $6 million, so his 2021 bill is estimated to be $14 million and is also listed in the dead money section. After signing …

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